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General Secretary: HCMC must lead with global vision after historic merger

Following the merger, the city's leadership mindset must align with global standards to realize its vision as a Southeast Asian megacity.

Fake drugs exist on the market, not in hospitals, says Health Minister

Health Minister Dao Hong Lan affirmed that through competitive bidding, all medications supplied to hospitals must have verified origins. Therefore, while counterfeit drugs may exist in the marketplace, they are not present in hospitals.

Vietnam’s counterfeit crackdown revives hopes for honest businesses

After years of struggle, local producers see rising sales and new opportunities as the government targets counterfeit goods.

Parents spend big to help overweight kids slim down during summer

Taking advantage of the summer break, many parents are spending tens of millions of dong on gym memberships with personal trainers or online coaching programs in hopes of helping their children lose weight.

Surviving the frontlines: Veteran war photojournalist still tireless at 90

Now, close to 90, Ngo Minh Dao’s passion for photography still burns bright. He continues to produce stunning photos of Vietnam’s scenery, friends, and colleagues.

U40 chef turns life around after working in China, runs 3 restaurants

Never passionate about cooking, Nguyen Van Thuc saw his life change after working in a restaurant and encountering a mysterious customer.

Vietnamese sisters sell tradition on TikTok, earn $4,000 in one livestream

From Lang Son village, they’ve built a thriving brand rooted in nostalgia and tradition.

Military History Museum, War Remnants Museum popular among young people

When VietNamNet reporters interviewed young visitors at the museums, they all shared a common desire for real-life experiences.

Vietnam’s rice export policy at a crossroads

Controversial proposals are reigniting debate on regulatory overreach and testing the country’s commitment to economic reform.

Entrepreneurs in office: Vietnam’s new approach to public leadership

Vietnam is considering hiring seasoned entrepreneurs and scientists to boost public sector leadership with real-world expertise and reform-driven thinking.

Why a Vietnamese man quit his IT job to make millions on Amazon

A former software engineer from Hanoi builds a multimillion-dollar Amazon store from scratch, exporting T-shirts from Vietnam to the U.S.

Why Vietnam must dominate its automotive and high-tech industries

Making the auto sector a national strength is vital to Vietnam’s industrialization and global ambitions.

From uniform to stardom: The rise of Vietnam’s male idols

A soldier’s viral fame and soaring boy band fandoms highlight deep shifts in Vietnamese fan culture.

Inside Vietnam’s photojournalism arms race: DSLR vs. mirrorless

Photojournalists invest hundreds of millions of dong in camera gear to stay competitive in the digital age.

From coding alone to leading teams: Meet Vietnam’s 13-year-old tech whiz

Nguyen Nam Long, once addicted to video games, now drives user growth at a CRM startup and mentors fellow kids.

Vietnam ends SJC monopoly: What’s next for the gold market?

Gold bar production to open up under draft decree, raising hopes for a more competitive market.

Gen Z enthusiast in Bac Giang builds rare model aircraft collection

Discover the world of Duong Van Quang from Xuong Lam Commune, Lang Giang District, Bac Giang Province, whose impressive collection of model aircraft includes the rare and powerful "sky beast" A-10 Thunderbolt II.

Vietnamese grandma becomes online shopping sensation with daily deliveries

A video of an 80-year-old woman sitting in front of dozens of delivery packages while a cheerful shipper hands them over has delighted online viewers.

Tragic loss of life from fires shows urgent need for better safety measures

Recent severe fires breaking out at night have claimed numerous lives, with victims unable to escape in time. These tragedies continue to highlight the danger of fire safety risks in residential areas, particularly in homes combined with businesses.

Master’s and doctoral degrees: are they a must for commune-level officers?

Since the work of civil servants at the grassroots level involves performing direct tasks, the way of choosing grassroots officers must be different from that of choosing strategic thinkers.